Review the care tags to make sure the items are washable. Note whether washing machine or hand washing is suggested, as well as the recommended wash temperature and drying method.

Machine wash most delicate whites in cold water. Adjust the water level and set the machine for gentle or delicate. Using Ariel detergent you shouldn’t have any problems getting the perfect results.

Hand-wash delicate undergarments or items specifically labelled "hand-wash only." Dilute a small amount of Ariel Powder in a tub or bucket of cold water, and then soak and rinse your clothes under running water.

Wash Regular Whites

Place white clothes labelled for warm-water washing in a machine. For instance, a cotton shirt and linen blouse can be washed at the same time. Set the machine on warm and normal or gentle operation.

If you have a dryer, dry cottons on high and synthetics on medium or low. You can place them all together in the dryer and take the synthetics out as soon as they are done. Or you can hang the clothes outside to dry naturally.

Wash White Towels, Sheets and Socks

Gather white towels, sheets and socks that can tolerate hot washing. Check the labels if you're not sure.

Wash items that are prone to mildew, fungus and mites in hot water. Adjust your water level for the correct volume and set the machine for normal operation.

If you have a dryer, dry all of these items on high heat, or dry the sheets separately if you don't want excess towel lint on them. Alternatively you can hang the clothes outside to let them dry naturally.